Keep on keepin' on
Haven't rode the '23 model but after riding JL's since '94 they always seem to get a little better every year. The descriptions and other reviews are spot-on. Definitely the perfect board for chargers!
ALL MOUNTAIN - DIRECTIONAL

Where on the mountain this snowboard is especially tuned to excel.
Beginner level snowboards are fun and approachable for all riders while an advanced snowboard is tuned for a particularly aggressive / athletic style of snowboarding.
How easily does this snowboard bend under pressure? A soft flex is great for fun maneuverability while a stiff flex is better for aggressive high speed hill bombing.
TRADITIONAL CAMBER FOR MAXIMUM CONTROL AND POWER

DISTRIBUTES MAXIMUM ENERGY TO TIPS AND TAILS
PRECISION, POWER AND POP
IDEAL FOR AGGRESSIVE SKILLED RIDERS WHO LIKE CAMBER
ORIGINAL POWER CONSTRUCTION [OP]
LIGHT • ENVIRONMENTALLY NICER • STRONG
CORE: 75% ASPEN / 25% PAULOWNIA
GLASS: TRI-AX / BI-AX FIBER
TOP: ECO SUBLIMATED POLY TOP
BASE: ECO SUBLIMATED TNT (FAST & LOW MAINTENANCE)
BIRCH INTERNAL SIDEWALLS
UHMW SINTERED SIDEWALLS
UHMW TIP/TAIL IMPACT DEFLECTION
| Size (cm) | 157 | 159 | 160W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Length (cm) | 112 | 113 | 113 |
| SideCut (m) | 8.7 | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| Nose / Tail Width (cm) | 30.4 / 29.5 | 30.7 / 29.7 | 31 / 30 |
| Waist Width (cm) | 26.4 | 26.5 | 26.7 |
| Stance Min-Max / Set Back (in) | 20.25"-25" / 1.5" | 20.25"-25" / 1.5" | 20.25"-25" / 1.5" |
| Stance Min-Max / Set Back (cm) | 49.5 - 61.6 / 3.8 cm | 49.5 - 61.6 / 3.8 cm | 49.5 - 61.6 / 3.8 cm |
| Flex 10 = Firm | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Weight Range (lbs / kg) | 120+ / 55+ | 130+ / 60+ | 130+ / 60+ |
Haven't rode the '23 model but after riding JL's since '94 they always seem to get a little better every year. The descriptions and other reviews are spot-on. Definitely the perfect board for chargers!
By far one of the best boards I have ever had the pleasure to ride!!! Please bring back the the 166w so when I need a new stick I can get another one of these amazing works of art!
Bring back the 166w? Or a 164 w would be money for the big folks
Took the JL 160w out today on mostly groomers, along with some East Coast ice. The board felt real solid and responsive. However I did notice at high speeds the tip of the nose will chatter off the snow. This is my first Lib Tech after riding Burton the last 30 yrs. Great board for some one that likes to point it straight
Got the '23 model and have ridden both Colorado pow and East coast hard pack so far this season. This board rips... I came from a twin but I love the set back: you can float over pow, have great tail feel, and can take turns switch as well. The flex is perfect I feel absolutely locked in on high speed turns and right amount of spring to stomp side hits or full cliffs. I came from magnetraction, without it, I realized I never needed it. I'm having so much fun on this board, I had to write this review so I could tell someone without blabbering to my crew all day. Finally, the design is just pure class. It's hands down the sexiest imagery of the Lib lineup. Other boarders and skiiers will avoid putting their gear near your Jamie Lynn, cus even they'll appreciate that more people should be be able to see it unobstructed on the rack.
